Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 22nd June 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Time Remaining 11 daysIndependent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionLakeland Senior High SchoolHead of Department - Health and Physical Education00004389Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA902114This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024Lakeland Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dynamic and innovative instructional and strategic leader to continue the pursuit of teaching excellence in Health and Physical Education (HPE).The successful applicant will ideally possess highly effective organisational skills especially in event management, strong leadership skills and have the ability to work collaboratively with an enthusiastic team of teachers to support best practice both in and out of the classroom. The ability to teach to an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) level and across all levels 7 to 12 will be highly regarded. The successful applicant will ideally have strategic leadership experience and the professional knowledge to lead curriculum delivery, professional practice and wellbeing of the HPE team.As the HPE Head of Department you should utilise a strong working knowledge of research based high impact teaching strategies to work closely with students, teachers and the community for an unrelenting focus on student achievement. This should involve reflecting on and assessing the effectiveness of teaching practice and cultivating a safe learning environment. Experience in the use of classroom observations and instructional coaching will be considered beneficial. Applicants with experience in adhering to safety and duty of care policies, particularly relating to Outdoor Education and Water Safety are encouraged to apply.As a small senior high school we pride ourselves on our ability to form strong relationships with our families and the community, setting the foundation to nurture and support our students. We value Respect, Accountability, Learning and Well-Being and our decision making is guided by our school mission, "To be a place of learning, where all members of our school community aspire to excel in a culture that nurtures and promotes engagement for future success."At Lakeland SHS we are committed to ensuring that every student is provided with the best opportunity for future success. Our mission statement and values provide the foundations for our decision making and our wrap-around engagement team model provides a high level of care for every student.Our staff is a blend of highly experienced and beginning teachers who provide a quality learning environment for all students and our Specialist Music Technology and Specialist Touch Football programs provide further opportunities for students within the school.This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs);Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available hereAll applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job", at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.Your application should include:A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements [, in context of the role and business needs of the branchA CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionThe contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job".You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.Eligibility and training requirementsEmployees will be required to:provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit prior to commencement of employmentobtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement;complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; andcomplete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 27 June 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTEDATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf- information - applying for advertised positions in schools jan24.pdf- published jdf - generic - head of departmenthead of learning area - schools - admin 3 - dec 2021.pdfYou can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader .WORK TYPE: Permanent - Full TimeFTE: 1.0LOCATION: South LakeCLOSING DATE: 2024-06-27 4:30 PM(YYYY-MM-DD)#J-18808-Ljbffr
